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Portland
Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Deering Center Neighborhood Association held a Memorial Day procession on Monday that honored U.S. military personnel with a horse-drawn carriage carrying an empty casket and flower offerings at Evergreen Cemetery in Portland — photographer Daryn Slover captured the solemn moments. Portland Press Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Geary Brewing in Portland is partnering with the Maine Lobster Community Alliance to donate proceeds from its Original Pale Ale cases this summer+ the funds will support the Lobsterman's Leadership Program that trains young Mainers in lobster management and business skills. WMTW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Portland restaurants face higher costs due to expensive ingredients and rising wages. Operators note that a case of limes costs over $100 plus they plan to adjust menus to balance quality and affordability. Portland Press Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arundel’s Landing School of Boatbuilding & Design in Arundel announced its closure due to declining enrollment after nearly 50 years of teaching marine trade; it graduated its final class on May 16 and will refund deposits for the 2026-27 academic year (updates on campus and collections are pending). Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Portland senior Nludi Celestino, named Maine’s Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year on May 6, will represent the club at the regional contest in New York City next week; he is a track athlete and president of the Black Student Union preparing for college. WMTW
- ➤ Portland teachers union urged voters to vote no on the $179.3 million school budget on June 9 as absentee voting began, arguing it favors administrators over essential student support roles. Portland Press Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Varsity Maine poll shows Thornton Academy leading with nine first-place votes (902 points) while Falmouth and Yarmouth follow with 813 and 724 points; the order may shift next week as Yarmouth plays Thornton on Tuesday and Falmouth hosts the Golden Trojans. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Portland Sea Dogs pitcher Anthony Eyanson was named Eastern League Pitcher of the Week after pitching five hitless innings last Tuesday against the Reading Fightin Phils — he is scheduled to start Tuesday’s series opener against the Binghamton Rumble Ponies. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ On Tuesday night, Thornton Academy beat Yarmouth 12-8 in boys lacrosse, with Carter Nelson sparking an early lead and Charlie Lamey scoring in the third quarter, while in a second game, York secured a win against Gorham (storming a late rally). WMTW
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticket required — Explore your creativity while painting amidst the natural beauty of Fort Williams Park.
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Noir at the Bar: Maine Crime Writing Night
7-9 p.m. — Belleflower Brewing Company — Free entry — Experience suspenseful tales and criminally good storytelling with Maine's crime writing community.
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Jacob Augustine Album Release Party
8-11 p.m. — SPACE Gallery — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate a decade in the making with Jacob Augustine's first new album release and special guests.
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You Got Gold: A Celebration of John Prine
2-5 p.m. — The Hill Arts — Ticket information available — Experience a heartfelt tribute to the legendary songwriter John Prine featuring artists sharing stories and performances.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticketed event — Capture the beauty of Portland in vibrant hues at this outdoor painting session.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticket prices vary — Create your masterpiece against the stunning backdrop of Fort Williams Park.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
1-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticketed event — Enjoy painting in the beautiful outdoors of Maine.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
1-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticket prices vary — Explore your artistic side with outdoor painting in a beautiful park setting.
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Heather Lynn Album Release Concert
8-11 p.m. — SPACE — All ages — Celebrate the release of Heather Lynn's new album with a night of diverse music and special guests.
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Cut and Paste Collage Event
4-7 p.m. — Lambs — Free — Get creative with friends while enjoying drinks at this fun collage-making event.
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